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1VWAT7A36FC••••••2015 Volkswagen PASSAT
This build draws 3.3× more complaints than the average 2015 Volkswagen PASSAT build (10 vs 3).
10on this build
231on the model
76builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 5Suspension 3Engine 2Electrical System 2
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionJul 2023
Rear coil spring is broken. Normal driving conditions and we noticed a significant vibration. Upon inspection of rear suspension we found a broken rear coil spring. I researched this issue and found that VW recalled several other 2015 models for rear coil springs breaking. This…
Electrical SystemNov 2022
I purchased this car from what I believed was a private individual for my 15 year old daughter as her first car. This individual knew the purpose of this sale and was accutely aware that a new driver would be the primary driver. Before allowing her to drive this car, I had a…
Air BagsJan 2019
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2015 volkswagen passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19V014000 (air bags). The contact called diehl automotive at 724-282-8898 (located at 258 pittsburgh rd, butler, pa 16002) and was informed that the parts were…
SteeringDec 2018
Steering wheel started making a clicking sound and controls and horn on the steering wheel no longer function. The air bag light came on immediately. Car started havint this issue when first started and backing out of a parking space
Power TrainMar 2016
My vehicle had vw cam shaft safety recall 23r1 done and I started have driving issues erratic acceleration, clucking of transmission. The main problem is a 3+ second delay in the transmission when on a slight or more of an incline. If you depress the accelerator the car starts…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1VWAT7A36FC109760 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.